Figure 5-16

Figure 5-16 shows Adam’s purchases of bananas and apples when apples cost $5 each and bananas $4 each. The information implies that Adam’s income

A. must be $9.
B. must be $20.
C. must be $40.
D. cannot be determined without further information.


Answer: B

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